Pekingese vs Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Breed Compatibility
74% Compatible
Energy Level
Pekingese: Calm0.4
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Less Compatible
Trainability
Pekingese: May be Stubborn0.2
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: May be Stubborn0.2
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Pekingese: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Pekingese3/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Other Dogs
Pekingese3/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Strangers
Pekingese3/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Pekingese
Brachycephalic syndrome: Breathing issues
Patellar luxation: Kneecap problems
Heart murmurs: Cardiac concerns
Eye problems: Due to facial structure
Spinal disc issues: Back problems
Skin fold infections: Facial wrinkles
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord disease
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Pros & Cons Comparison
Pekingese
Pros
Excellent apartment dogs
Loyal and devoted
Low exercise needs
Independent nature
Cons
Stubborn and challenging to train
Regular grooming required
Heat sensitive
Can be aloof with strangers
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent guard dog
Athletic and agile
Strong bond with family
Cons
High exercise needs
Challenging to train
Not for novice owners
Strong prey drive
Pekingese Fun Fact
Ancient Chinese emperors would sentence anyone who stole a Pekingese to death!
Czechoslovakian Vlcak Fun Fact
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Heritage & Purpose
Pekingese
Origin:
Sacred dogs of Chinese Imperial palace during Tang Dynasty, these companions were exclusively owned by royalty and served as temple guardians and lap dogs.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Origin:
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Special Considerations
Pekingese
Regular grooming essential for coat maintenance. Heat sensitivity requires climate control. Special attention needed for facial wrinkles and breathing issues.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.
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